Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

Korea to Legislate FI Responsibility in Financial Crime Crackdown

04/08/2025

FSC to introduce an AI detection platform and new powers for crypto exchanges as it holds firms liable for fraud prevention and relief.

Structural Regulation

BSP to Ease Bancassurance Cross-selling Regulations

04/08/2025

New guidelines will end the exclusive in-house model, allowing banks to partner with multiple third-party insurers to increase market access.

Anti-Money Laundering

India’s ED Summons Anil Ambani, Probes Yes Bank Loan Process

04/08/2025

Enforcement Directorate investigates alleged INR 30 billion loan fraud, focusing on procedural violations, a suspected quid pro quo, and related financial irregularities

Trading & Investment

Japan's TOCOM to Launch Chubu Power Futures in 2026

02/08/2025

TOCOM plans to launch monthly and fiscal year contracts for Japan's third-largest power market, citing price volatility and user demand.

Trading & Investment

China Eyes Capital Market Reforms and Targeted Stimulus

02/08/2025

Politburo holds off on major stimulus but pledges to boost capital market attractiveness and roll out targeted consumption support.

Market Abuse

Japan Mulls Tighter Rules on Bond Futures Trading to Curb 'Spoofing'

02/08/2025

Industry bodies are discussing new guidelines after Nomura was fined for the manipulative practice of placing fake market orders.

Structural Regulation

Malaysia Flags Pension System Overhaul, Digital Finance Push in New Plan

02/08/2025

The 13th Malaysia Plan earmarks MYR 430 billion in public development funds, proposes a monthly pension option, and outlines a new venture capital roadmap.

Data Privacy

Sri Lanka to Launch National Digital ID by April 2026

01/08/2025

The India-funded project will use the open-source MOSIP platform, with officials stressing adherence to international standards and robust data security protocols.

Reporting & Disclosures

Taiwan Extends IFRS-Aligned Sustainability Rules to Banks, FHCs

01/08/2025

Following a similar move for brokers, Taiwan's regulator has proposed phased-in sustainability reporting for banks and financial holding companies from 2026.